Going Green in Lisburn Castlereagh

With some glorious weather upon us, those of us proud of our garden know that our flora friends are flourishing. Therefore, here are some ideas for places to go to spruce up your meadows! Additionally, each venue has a wide variety of coffee and restaurant facilities - Ideal for a Summer shop with a sip and a nibble.

Dundonald Nurseries, Dundonald

Dundonald Nurseries - Robert Hutchinson worked hard rebuilding the 3 acre site and turned it into a successful Garden business. His grandson Andrew has driven the business yet another direction, incorporating shrubs, trees, hedging and much more. Therefore, Dundonald Nurseries is a horticulturists dream with 95% of stock grown on site. Additionally, on site is the wonderful Secret Garden restaurant. Capable of seating 125 people and surrounded by old beams and a huge fireplace it's an ideal place to get a bite to eat

Hillmount Garden Centre, Castlereagh

Hillmount Centre is one of Northern Ireland's Largest nurseries. Customers are offered a perfect haven nestled in amongst the scenic Castlereagh Hills. Additionally, it can trace its roots back to the Second World War when Hill Mercer established a business growing much needed vegetables for the local markets. Most noteworthy is their Gardeners' Rest Cafe, which avails of views over the beautiful Castlereagh Hills.

Dobbies, Lisburn

Dobbies of Lisburn was founded in 1865 by James Dobbie. After being awarded the Royal Warrant for Gardeners and Nurserymen, the company expanded into a seed catalogue business, where it built up a customer base of 50,000 over the following century. There’s a great restaurant. From a delicious cream scone with coffee to a hearty homemade meal, there’s always something delicious to satisfy any appetite

Cameron Landscapes, Castlereagh

Ronnie Cameron planted the seed of Cameron Landscapes over 40 years ago. The business has undertaken a renovation to create a desirable shopping destination in Castlereagh, due to continued success. Sit down, relax and unwind in the tranquil surroundings of the recently renovated Cameron's Café & Deli, now complete with kid's area and free wifi. The award-winning menu, freshly prepared by an in-house chef combines all the warmth of home cooking with fine dining at their end of month Gourmet Nights